Sigma Theta Tau International (Sigma)
Here you will find item records with full-text slides of session and poster presentations given at past Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) nursing research events, congresses and biennial conventions. You will also find collections of research studies funded by the Sigma Foundation, Sigma-published materials, and selected Sigma-related videos.
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Our mission is to support the learning, knowledge and professional development of nurses committed to making a difference in health worldwide. Our biennial convention and annual research congress provides educational opportunities that help bridge nursing research to clinical practice.
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Recent Submissions
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Amplifying the power of nursing: Beyond Traditional Nursing Roles
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2021-04-15)This session discusses the opportunities that are opening for nurses that are “outside” the traditional nursing roles, as well as how to locate and prepare for these roles. Another focus of our conversation will be how to ... -
Exploring NCLEX content with test strategies and practice questions: Part 5
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2021-03-23)This webinar will focus on content that has the highest percentage chance of showing up on your examination. NCLEX expert Dr. Lois Marshall will discuss the use of her unique strategies of "Linking" and "Conceptualization" ... -
Using social media for scholarship: SigmaCast, Episode 18
In this episode, we will discuss how one individual used social media to bring together a large interdisciplinary research team to answer a compelling research question. Host: Matt Howard, DNP, RN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CPN: ... -
Tips for successful job interviews
(Sigma Theta Tau International, 2021-03-16)Learning Objectives: Part 1: Preparing for a job interview Professional conduct at an interview Different types of interview processes How to stand out Part 2: Define virtual interview Recognize differences ... -
Nurses take the lead: Creating gender responsive global health
(International Council of NursesSigma Theta Tau International, 2020-03-17)90% of nurses and midwives are women. Gender bias has led to underinvestment in nursing and the full potential of nurses not being used. Nurses experience high rates of violence and abuse and during the COVID-19 pandemic ... -
Empowering early career nurses as decision makers and leaders
(Nursing NowSigma Theta Tau International, 2021-03-17)Nurses continue to be at the forefront delivery of care for the world’s population, representing more than half the world’s workforce yet holding only 25% of senior management positions. Preparation of early career nurses ... -
Posttraumatic growth: Possibilities for transformation
Dr. Tedeschi will discuss the theoretical model of posttraumatic growth, the research that supports it, and how to apply this concept to clinical work. This approach to practice incorporates a broad view of what constitutes ... -
Sustaining a healthy work environment during a pandemic and beyond
Presentation entails the organization's initiatives in sustaining a healthy work environment. Highlights of collaborative initiatives encompassing the six elements of a healthy work environment during the novel COVID-19 ... -
We are all in: Commitment to a healthy work environment
The University of Minnesota School of Nursing has been engaged in an ongoing journey to create and sustain a healthy work environment for faculty, staff, and students. Tied closely to a healthy work environment is our deep ... -
Infusing and instilling joy: A necessary ingredient in driving creativity and innovation
Join Sigma’s 33rd President for a presentation on the 2019-2021 Call to Action, Infuse Joy, and its connection to essential elements that promote joy: Awareness, Balance & Purpose, and Co-creation. In the nursing profession ... -
Replenish Yourself
This virtual gathering will introduce the 7 Dimensions of Self-Care and guide participants to identify their wellness needs. Experiential and personalized micro-restorative practices will invite participants to return to ... -
Achieving the sustainable development goals by supporting healthy work environments during the COVID Pandemic
Healthy work environments are fundamental to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The purpose of this presentation is to describe the relationship between healthy work environments and the SDGs, particularly ... -
Positive practice environment: The other PPE
Struggling? Learn more about the “Other PPE” to help you thrive during this crisis. In this session, we will discuss the importance of creating a positive practice environment especially during this time of crisis, explore ... -
National study on incivility in nursing education: Lessons from the field
This national study used a mixed-methods design to garner 1074 nursing faculty and administrators’ perceptions of civility and incivility in nursing education including types and frequency of incivility, severity and ... -
Maintaining resiliency through the COVID-19 experience
This session will focus on the resiliency of the world’s nursing workforce. The COVID-19 experience brought challenges to nurses everywhere, often resulting in a decrease in the resiliency of nurses in all venues of practice ... -
Promoting healthy work environments on the frontline: Preparing staff to lead practice setting initiatives
Direct care staff are appointed to lead practice setting healthy work environment (HWE) initiatives. Participants are prepared to lead through a professional development series including HWE overview, assessment and data ... -
Promoting healthy work environments on the frontline: Stories of leadership and empowerment
Healthy Work Environment champions play an essential role in the successful implementation of HWE initiatives across practice settings. During the presentation, champions will share their experience applying the HWE data ... -
Promoting healthy work environments on the frontline: Implementation of an interprofessional organization-wide program
An organization wide healthy work environment (HWE) program was launched in 2018 fostering frontline staff participation and collaboration with practice setting leaders. Program structure and implementation will be presented ... -
Healthy work environments: Authentic leadership and skilled communication in action during the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed nurses in a unique position to establish and maintain the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses’ (AACN’s) Healthy Work Environment Standards. Application of authentic leadership ... -
Improving workplace violence competence and confidence within two pediatric emergency departments
This project implemented a comprehensive workplace violence (WPV) program consisting of an evidence-based computer module, an interactive, didactic session, and simulation scenarios. This resulted in statistically significant ...
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